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CAMP USA Recalls Blade Runner Crampons Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: August 26, 2015 Initiated: August 26, 2015 #15225

Product Description

This recall involves all Cassin Blade Runner and Blade Runner Alpine crampons. Crampons are used for ice climbing and attach to footwear allowing the front points of the crampon to cut into the snow or ice. The Blade Runner crampons have two ice front points and the Blade Runner Alpine crampons have two snow front points. "Sandvik Nanoflex" is printed on a rubber label attached to the gray nylon ankle strap. "Cassin" and "Blade Runner" are stamped on the orange traction plate on the foot of the crampon. The crampon frames are made of Chromoly and Nanoflex® steel.

Reason for Recall

The front part, where the points connect to the crampons, can break, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled crampons and contact the firm for instructions on receiving free replacement parts.

Details

Units Affected
About 900 (in addition, 20 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all Cassin Blade Runner and Blade Runner Alpine crampons. Crampons are used for ice climbing and attach to footwear allowing the front points of the crampon to cut into the snow or ice. The Blade Runner crampons have two ice front points and the Blade Runner Alpine crampons have two snow front points. "Sandvik Nanoflex" is printed on a rubber label attached to the gray nylon ankle strap. "Cassin" and "Blade Runner" are stamped on the orange traction plate on the foot of the crampon. The crampon frames are made of Chromoly and Nanoflex® steel.. Units affected: About 900 (in addition, 20 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The front part, where the points connect to the crampons, can break, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled crampons and contact the firm for instructions on receiving free replacement parts.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 26, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15225.